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Can A Pregnancy Test Be Negative But I Still Miss My Period?

Hello, I have been on birth control pills for years and finally decided to stop them back in June. It s now September 15th and I am 8 days late from having a period. I have symptoms of being pregnant but when I took a test i t was negative. Can it be my cycle is changing?
Thu, 10 Dec 2015
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Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion repetition of pregnancy test might be needed.If the repeat test is negative then the chance of pregnancy is rare.And the delayed period might be due to hormonal imbalance.It takes 6 months after stopping the hormonal pills for regular ovulation to occur.So nothing to worry.Relax.Avoid stress.
Best regards...Dr.Srilatha
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Can A Pregnancy Test Be Negative But I Still Miss My Period?

Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion repetition of pregnancy test might be needed.If the repeat test is negative then the chance of pregnancy is rare.And the delayed period might be due to hormonal imbalance.It takes 6 months after stopping the hormonal pills for regular ovulation to occur.So nothing to worry.Relax.Avoid stress. Best regards...Dr.Srilatha